Word: Out

Pronunciation

/outu/

Definitions

• Adverb: Away from inside; not indoors or within buildings. For example: “She stepped out onto the porch.”
• Preposition: Beyond the boundaries or confines of something; outside. For example: “The cat is out on the roof.”
• Adjective: No longer in a particular state or condition; no longer being used or functioning. For example: “The fire went out.”
• Verb: To move from an indoor location to an outdoor one. For example: “We’re going out for a walk.”
• Noun: A period spent outdoors or away from home, especially for leisure or social activities. For example: “They had a great night out.”

Phrases

• “Out of”: Indicating movement from within to outside, or indicating removal from a container or set. Example: “Take the books out of the bag.”
• “Find out”: Discover or learn (previously unknown information). Example: “I need to find out when the train leaves.”
• “Out and about”: Active, moving around socially or in public places. Example: “Now that she’s recovered, she’s out and about again.”
• “Let out”: Release or disclose (information or emotions). Example: “She let out a scream of terror.”
• “Give out”: Distribute or exhaust all available resources. Example: “The teacher gave out the exam papers.”

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “The children played out in the garden.”
• Preposition: “The thief escaped out the back door.”
• Adjective: “The lights went out during the storm.”
• Verb: “I’m just stepping out to get some fresh air.”
• Noun: “A night out with friends can be refreshing.”

Synonyms

• Outside (adv.)
• Exterior (adj.)
• Exit (verb)
• Unoccupied (adj.)
• Going out (noun)

Note: The usage and meaning of “out” can vary significantly depending on context. It’s a highly versatile word that can function across several parts of speech.